The Final Official Acceptance (FOA) ceremony of the fifth Multipurpose Patrol Ship (PPA7), ITS Domenico Millelire, was successfully completed September 24th at the Fincantieri shipyard in Muggiano, marking another major milestone for the Italian Navy’s PPA Program.
The ceremony was attended by OCCAR-EA Director Joachim Sucker, alongside representatives of the Italian Defense and Naval Authorities, including Commander-in-Chief of the Naval Fleet VADM Aurelio De Carolis and Director of the Italian Naval Armaments Directorate VADM Cristiano Nervi. The Temporary Consortium responsible for the development, production, and In-Service Support of the PPA Program was represented by senior executives from Fincantieri and Leonardo.
The event followed the successful completion of the Final Official Acceptance Review (FOAR), during which representatives from Italy, OCCAR and Industry verified contractual compliance, the vessel’s readiness status and all associated delivery documentation.
ITS Domenico Millelire is the fifth PPA delivered to the Italian Navy and the second vessel in FULL configuration, incorporating the most advanced capabilities developed under the Program. The ship features a comprehensive suite of innovative systems, including advanced command and control capabilities, full communications and electronic warfare systems, a Dual Band Radar, surface-to-air missile systems, 76mm and 127mm naval guns, and an extensive sonar package. These capabilities enable the vessel to conduct the full spectrum of maritime operations, including air defense, surface warfare, and anti-submarine warfare missions.
The delivery of ITS Domenico Millelire represents another significant achievement for the PPA Program and highlights the successful cooperation between the Italian Navy, OCCAR and Industry. With this latest addition, the Italian Navy further strengthens its maritime operational capabilities through a highly versatile and technologically advanced platform designed to meet both current and future operational requirements.